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- Publishers/Govt. = AED 250 AED 200
- Agencies/Services = AED 500 AED 450
- VIP = AED 2,500 AED 2,250
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- All ticket holders will receive complimentary lunch bags, whereas VIPs will be treated to an exclusive VIP luncheon.
- Spearheading innovation in the global games and esports industry, this summit is an exclusive B2B event for industry experts from around the world to unite and share ideas on the latest news and developments.
- The event features a range of activities, including keynote speeches, panel discussions, fringe events, and networking sessions.
- 1-Day Pass = AED 15
- 3-Day Pass = AED 35
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- Kids under 7 enter for free.
- GameExpo brings players together to enjoy some of the hottest games in the world while showcasing the best talent from the region.
- Inclusive of tournaments and main gaming areas.
- Tickets from 24-25 June will include access to Play Beyond, the first influencer gaming tournament in the region.
- 1-Day Pass = AED 30
- 3-Day Pass = AED 75
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- GameExpo brings players together to enjoy some of the hottest games in the world while showcasing the best talent from the region.
- Inclusive of tournaments and main gaming areas.
- Tickets from 24-25 June will include access to Play Beyond, the first influencer gaming tournament in the region.
- 1-Day Pass = AED 70
- 3-Day Pass = AED 150
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- Tickets applicable for 4 individuals.
- GameExpo brings players together to enjoy some of the hottest games in the world while showcasing the best talent from the region.
- Inclusive of tournaments and main gaming areas.
- Tickets from 24-25 June will include access to Play Beyond, the first influencer gaming tournament in the region.
ABOUT DUBAI ESPORTS AND
GAMES FESTIVAL 2023
The City of the Future hosts the second edition of the Dubai Esports and Games Festival and invites the global gaming community to experience five days of action-packed events and activities.
With the GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects on June 21-22, exciting regional and school tournaments, new game launches, the GameExpo on June 23-25 and its different zones offering a huge variety of gaming adventures and the all-new Play Beyond influencer tournament on June 24-25, DEF 2023 is a wildly entertaining experience of a lifetime!
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WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS DEF 2023
Join investors, game developers and other industry leaders at the MENA region’s premium esports and gaming industry business gathering as they take a closer look at the region's unprecedented growth.
Feeling nostalgic? We’ve got the Retro Zone. Feeling competitive? Stop by the tournaments at GameExpo arena. Feeling curious? You should check out our Tabletop Zone. There's something for everyone.
Primary and secondary students will have the opportunity to participate in the Microsoft Makecode Competition and the Minecraft Education Challenge with amazing prizes to be won! All pre-registered schools and universities are invited to attend the education days free of charge on June 21st and 22nd at Expo City Dubai.
Fans are in for a treat as they get to watch and learn from their favourite influencers live in action and enjoy meet-and-greet sessions.
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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the second Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2023 is set to take place from 21 - 25 June 2023. DEF 2023 is the ultimate gaming extravaganza, featuring an exciting set of live events and activities that will bring together esports athletes, industry experts, developers, and pop-culture enthusiasts from across the globe for a celebration of all things gaming.
DEF 2023 is set to be the most phenomenal esports and gaming event in the Middle East, in line with Dubai’s position as a hub for innovation. The Festival will feature live events and activities including the Minecraft Education Challenge, Play Beyond Esports tournament, GameExpo, the GameExpo Summit powered by PG Connects, regional and influencer tournaments as well as retail promotions taking place across the city showcasing the latest games and merchandise. It will also allow fans to engage with their favorite esports celebrities and gaming icons.
Q2: How can I get to Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC)? Where can I park in DEC?
- Public transportation: Taking the metro to EXPO 2020 station is the easiest way to reach DEC.
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Parking facilities at DEC:
- For visitors of GameExpo Summit Powered by PG Connects: Complimentary parking at Al Dana Parking is available.
- Valet pickup & drop-off services is available at both Al Dana and Mobility parking. There’s also a valet station in front of DEC South Hall and DEC North Hall.
- Shuttle service for visitors between Al Dana Parking/Mobility Parking and DEC South/North Hall will be available.
- For more info, please find the map linked here and scan the QR Code for directions.
Q3: Where is the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2023 taking place?
DEF 2023 will take place in the South Halls 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, and 2B of Dubai Exhibition Centre in Expo City Dubai.
Continuing Expo 2020 Dubai's legacy of innovation through collaboration, Expo City Dubai is a pioneering beacon for creative pursuits, new technologies and smart sustainable solutions. This makes it the perfect place to host an event of a large scale and popularity. DEF 2023's breathtaking set-up at Dubai Exhibition Centre will bring gamers and esports fans, local and global alike, to this spectacular event of an international phenomenon.
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